Doris
by Earl Sweatshirt
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2013
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 249 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 6 out of 249
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  1. PresidentTrump
    Dec 19, 2017
    7
    Earl is probably the most talented member of rapper group Odd Future, and personally, I felt like he was weighed down by O.F, but here we see a solo album by Earl (although there is a lot of feature spots on this album) providing some expert lyricism and great vocals. My only complaint about this album would be the production is pretty bland and doesn't sound that different from eachEarl is probably the most talented member of rapper group Odd Future, and personally, I felt like he was weighed down by O.F, but here we see a solo album by Earl (although there is a lot of feature spots on this album) providing some expert lyricism and great vocals. My only complaint about this album would be the production is pretty bland and doesn't sound that different from each other.

    Fav Tracks: Sunday, Hive
    Least Fav Tracks: 523, Guild    … Expand
  2. hiphop97
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    Lyrically this album is insane! Earl's flow is dope too. The production was ok it felt a bit odd in some songs but that does not take away from the fact that Earl is one of the best rappers around right now. My favourite track is "Chum" and this should be album of the year.
  3. PRTYNTGRVS
    Oct 23, 2013
    8
    Overall, I enjoyed Doris it's a great debut album, great follow up to Earl and shows the strengths of Earl's style and musicianship.His flow, instrumentation, mood and lyricism and word play keep this album strong and give us a reason to keep an eye on him. It's much better production than Odd Future's stuff and much more impressive. Here Earl proves to be one of the best MC's the OddOverall, I enjoyed Doris it's a great debut album, great follow up to Earl and shows the strengths of Earl's style and musicianship.His flow, instrumentation, mood and lyricism and word play keep this album strong and give us a reason to keep an eye on him. It's much better production than Odd Future's stuff and much more impressive. Here Earl proves to be one of the best MC's the Odd Future collective has come to offer. A few more albums or so should be the point where he really shines through, but for now join him on the journey towards that.

    Follow @PRTYNTGRVS for more music reviews    … Expand
  4. JackMackSir
    Oct 19, 2013
    8
    I might have hyped it up a bit too much for myself but what can you expect after two years of waiting? I feel that RZA is incredibly underused on the track Mollases. Overall it was a little disappointing but a good album non the less.
  5. Macrofficial
    Apr 2, 2020
    6
    I Found Myself Bored Throughout This Project, Because Of The Lyrics. But The Production Was Great, Which Redeems The Album A Bit. My Favourite tracks in the album would be Sunday, Chum, and Knight
  6. r0tan0rtan
    Aug 20, 2013
    8
    Earl is definitely one of the more talented OF members, and this project shows why Earl got so much attention back in 2010. It's incredible to hear Earl rapping, and at his age, it's scary to think about how good he can get when he's discovering new technical abilities. The production on the album is rather simple, but fits well with Earl's fast and complex rhyme schemes.

    It seems earl    Earl is definitely one of the more talented OF members, and this project shows why Earl got so much attention back in 2010. It's incredible to hear Earl rapping, and at his age, it's scary to think about how good he can get when he's discovering new technical abilities. The production on the album is rather simple, but fits well with Earl's fast and complex rhyme schemes.

    It seems earl knows very well that he's great at rapping, as 'Doris' is very anti-hook-ish (is that a term?). Overall, this is an incredible project from a kid who isn't even allowed to legally purchase alcohol.

    Best tracks, imo: Burgundy, Sunday, Chum, Molasses, Whoa.    … Expand
  7. remyplambert
    Sep 5, 2013
    9
    Earl's debut album since his return from Samoa features simplistic beats with dark styles and undertones that allow Earl to show off his impressive lyrical ability and unbelievable flow, while also featuring the likes of many top rappers. One of the best rap albums I've ever heard.
  8. dayquan1998
    Aug 20, 2013
    10
    Earl Sweatshirt's Doris is by far the best hip hop album to be released this year and even one of the finest albums to be released this year as well. Earl's lyrical ability is more top notch than ever! With some of the best production from The Neptunes and RZA and special features from fellow Odd Future Members: Domo Genesis, Frank Ocean & Tyler, The Creator including Vince Staples, MacEarl Sweatshirt's Doris is by far the best hip hop album to be released this year and even one of the finest albums to be released this year as well. Earl's lyrical ability is more top notch than ever! With some of the best production from The Neptunes and RZA and special features from fellow Odd Future Members: Domo Genesis, Frank Ocean & Tyler, The Creator including Vince Staples, Mac Miller & Casey Veggies. Doris is definitely the album Earl fans have been waiting for and after listening will be begging for more and will forget Earl's debut in 2010.… Expand
  9. N10
    Aug 21, 2013
    10
    One of the best releases this year and one of the better debut albums in hip hop!

    This kid's wordplay and lyrics are sick, a fresh project from the nineteen year old that already has surpassed the most in the rap game. The production is fitting to what Earl is bringing to the table, something I could see DOOM rap on. It's a focused debut with some great features, an album with some of    One of the best releases this year and one of the better debut albums in hip hop!

    This kid's wordplay and lyrics are sick, a fresh project from the nineteen year old that already has surpassed the most in the rap game. The production is fitting to what Earl is bringing to the table, something I could see DOOM rap on. It's a focused debut with some great features, an album with some of the best lines I've heard in a while. His abilities as a rapper and producer is really impressing, as a rapper he's in the top. Give this dude some years and we'll see him lead a new wave of rappers.

    A great, great album. I'm loving the hella out of it, Earl Sweatshirt is one of the most complex rapper out!    … Expand
  10. macks
    Aug 20, 2013
    10
    This is the rap album I've been waiting for. We've seen some great releases over the past year, but Earl Sweatshirt is somebody to get excited about. Earl does things many might not do, he doesn't even start himself off on half these songs, with tons of great features from the odd future clique, etc. The production is unexpectedly addictive from start to finish. His lyricism and flow isThis is the rap album I've been waiting for. We've seen some great releases over the past year, but Earl Sweatshirt is somebody to get excited about. Earl does things many might not do, he doesn't even start himself off on half these songs, with tons of great features from the odd future clique, etc. The production is unexpectedly addictive from start to finish. His lyricism and flow is probably what sets him apart in what would otherwise be a great record, turning it into somewhat of a masterpiece debut. I was surprised.… Expand
  11. icameasarat
    Aug 20, 2013
    9
    Earl Sweatshirt is a breath of fresh air. Finally a rap album that doesn't fall victim to the shortcomings of most modern rap. He abandons hooks and traditional structure and manages to give us something that, while not completely revolutionary, is still fresh and wholly entertaining.
  12. CPB
    Aug 22, 2013
    9
    Very good album. Short and concise with very few songs having hooks. The only complaint I have is that is has way too many features. Standout songs for me were: Chum and Whoa.
  13. simonsays
    Oct 29, 2013
    5
    Would be a lot more interesting with some variation in the production and, more importantly, if Earl actually sounded awake. Few rappers manage to sound as disinterested as Earl Sweatshirt. Does he even like rapping?
  14. brown888
    Aug 23, 2013
    10
    Great lyrics, Great production, Great features. What else is there to say for an amazing album like this. Doris is more than great and fans will get there money's worth buying this.
  15. Spangle
    Aug 20, 2013
    4
    Overall, this is definitely one of the most boring albums I've listened to in a while. Earl dropped the ball hard. Throughout, he sounded like he was bored or just woke up when he recorded the songs and he regularly got outperformed on songs by features. The production, however, is pretty good.
  16. adhamhany
    Aug 27, 2013
    8
    One of the best rap albums to be released in 2013 so far. Great flow and great production. I also liked the fact that the tracks were short. My favorite are: Pre, Chum, and Molasses.
  17. Seun
    Aug 22, 2013
    9
    Earl Sweatshirt is a wunderkind. Very few writers/vocalists develop this level of lyrical and rhythmic prowess at the age of 19, let alone rappers. There is nothing average about Earl; Not his well-documented back-story, not his crew of talented misfits, and certainly not his rap abilities. His verses are packed with tightly interwoven alliteration, internal-multisyllabic rhymes and lessEarl Sweatshirt is a wunderkind. Very few writers/vocalists develop this level of lyrical and rhythmic prowess at the age of 19, let alone rappers. There is nothing average about Earl; Not his well-documented back-story, not his crew of talented misfits, and certainly not his rap abilities. His verses are packed with tightly interwoven alliteration, internal-multisyllabic rhymes and less obvious similes.

    "Rawer than the skinned knee cap on the blacktop" -Hive

    You may count on one hand the number of rappers who were as strong lyrically as Earl was at age 15/16, but you'd probably still have fingers left.

    For Earl Sweatshirt's Doris, the standard of excellence has been set a level higher than any rapper his age due both to the skill he exhibited on his first release "Earl", and year-long absence somewhere between late 2010 and Early 2012. In this reviewer's opinion he met and exceeded the expectations hoisted upon by himself and his peers. Doris is a dark, brooding haze of atmospherics and minimal compositions. His bars so dense, it has been recommended you listen with the lyrics in front of you, less you become lost in his labyrinthine wordplay. His flow is like a slow and deliberate mass wasting of land. Simply a torrent of internal rhyme. The guest features complement the album's ominous sounds very well, especially Vince Staples' turn in Hive (a personal favorite from the album). The production features synthesizers in the style of underground UK Bass music punctuated with percussion with an Indie Rock groove. Molasses and Guild especially sound like Supreme Clientele era Wu-Tang, with the former assisted by The Legendary RZA. Tyler the Creator, especially on "Sasquatch" once again displays his deft production skills with strings reminiscent of Gza's Liquid Swords.

    This album is all about making a subtle but menacing impact.

    A personal favorite stanza from the album: "Breaking news, death's less important when the Lakers lose/There's Lead in that baby food/Heads trying to make it through/fishnetted legs for them eyes that she cater to/ ride dirty as the sky that you pray to."

    This album is recommended for music fans of all genres, who enjoy masterful wordplay, clever similes and metaphors, tight flows, and bass-heavy but varied, minimalist production. Certainly, this album will compete for rap album of the year.

    P.S. Earl commented on his dislike for Jay-z's Magna Carter album and received a bit of backlash, with some criticism questioning whether Earl is "qualified" or has achieved enough to speak on the subject. For what it's worth, Doris is 10x better than that album. Metascore: Magna Carter-59, Doris -86. Maybe he's qualified now?    … Expand
  18. ajuveli
    Aug 20, 2013
    10
    I originally thought that there was no way he could top his debut, but god damn was I wrong. This album, and the features on it, is a ridiculously strong, focused album. The beats are top notch and creative as always, the flows, and lyrical prowess of Earl has not dulled one bit since his trip to Samoa. Although his voice has deepened quite a bit it's still as raw and careless as ever. TopI originally thought that there was no way he could top his debut, but god damn was I wrong. This album, and the features on it, is a ridiculously strong, focused album. The beats are top notch and creative as always, the flows, and lyrical prowess of Earl has not dulled one bit since his trip to Samoa. Although his voice has deepened quite a bit it's still as raw and careless as ever. Top rap album this year.… Expand
  19. mick4210
    Aug 20, 2013
    9
    Great production from start to finish and great lyricism throughout from one of the deepest lyricists out there in Earl Sweatshirt. He shows why the hype for him is real and that he didn't miss a step since his return from Samoa. The album is on the short side with less than 45 minutes, but this album definitely did not disappoint and should get Earl the acclaim and recognition heGreat production from start to finish and great lyricism throughout from one of the deepest lyricists out there in Earl Sweatshirt. He shows why the hype for him is real and that he didn't miss a step since his return from Samoa. The album is on the short side with less than 45 minutes, but this album definitely did not disappoint and should get Earl the acclaim and recognition he deserves. Best album out of Odd Future so far (besides Channel Orange).… Expand
  20. AlexBo55
    Aug 20, 2013
    10
    This is one amazing album, Earl Sweatshirt has really improved and matured in Odd Future. I can honestly say I loved every song on this album and I haven't felt that way in a very very long time
  21. nbakou
    Aug 20, 2013
    9
    I've been anticipating this album for months and knowing that talent that Earl Sweatshirt possesses, I expected it to be great. This album shattered my expectations, because it turned out to be more than great. There is a specific formula that an rapper must follow in order to make a great album. He must have great beats, great rhymes and he must be passionate. All of this was delivered inI've been anticipating this album for months and knowing that talent that Earl Sweatshirt possesses, I expected it to be great. This album shattered my expectations, because it turned out to be more than great. There is a specific formula that an rapper must follow in order to make a great album. He must have great beats, great rhymes and he must be passionate. All of this was delivered in this album. With all that being said, I feel that this album is great for hip-hop as a whole. Many rappers try to follow a trend when they make an album and focus only on potential sales. Earl goes the complete other direction and opts to give this album a gritty 90's hip-hop feel reminiscent of Wu-Tang. This album brings you back to when music was about music and not gimmicks. This is one of the best albums of the year NO CHALLENGE.… Expand
  22. Clap4Everything
    Aug 30, 2013
    8
    Joke intro...Cool and consistent through out. Probably would have scored a point higher if he chopped off "Chum" in place of Captain Murphy's "Between Villains" Featuring Viktor Vaughn (DOOM) and Himself. Best Songs.."Hoarse","Uncle Al","Burgandy","20 Wave Claps" & "Sasquatch". Sick wordplay,Vomit Flow (Boring occasionally but not often) And Dead Expression Swag (He's a miniJoke intro...Cool and consistent through out. Probably would have scored a point higher if he chopped off "Chum" in place of Captain Murphy's "Between Villains" Featuring Viktor Vaughn (DOOM) and Himself. Best Songs.."Hoarse","Uncle Al","Burgandy","20 Wave Claps" & "Sasquatch". Sick wordplay,Vomit Flow (Boring occasionally but not often) And Dead Expression Swag (He's a mini DOOM)..Productions filthy...but sometimes he doesn't sound like he's one with the instrumental if that's a creative choice then he needs to work on it..I digress..Hard Body Album not a classic but close.… Expand
  23. MooneyTho
    Aug 30, 2013
    8
    What really stood out for me after listening to 'Doris' is that Earl is capable of creating and manipulating mood with his music. Songs like 'Hive' and 'Hoarse', which happen to be two of my favourite tracks, are thick, brooding and dark; You really feel slow and sluggish. It's almost as the music hovers over you, weighing on you, but in the the best way possible. Other songs likeWhat really stood out for me after listening to 'Doris' is that Earl is capable of creating and manipulating mood with his music. Songs like 'Hive' and 'Hoarse', which happen to be two of my favourite tracks, are thick, brooding and dark; You really feel slow and sluggish. It's almost as the music hovers over you, weighing on you, but in the the best way possible. Other songs like 'Burgundy' and 'Chum', while they are brighter, are just as effective at creating a mood. While its not as dark, the music is a backdrop for melancholic lyrics that are at times deeply personal. In slight contrast to the personal tracks, there are tracks like, '20 Wave Caps' and 'Centurion' that are used to flex Earl's lyrical abilities. These tracks sort of bring back the feeling of Earl's first studio album 'Earl', but with far better production. Features on the album are in abundance with 11 out of 15 tracks having someone other than Earl on the track. Fellow Odd Future member Domo Genesis makes more than one appearance on the album, lendind verses to '20 Wave Caps' and the closing track, 'Knight' respectively. Domo delivers on both of his verses. He has shown major growth as a MC from his first album, 'Rolling Papers' to his most recent project with producer The Alchemist (who is also featured on 'Doris') 'No Idols'. California rapper Vince Staples also makes multiple appearances on this LP, delivering one of my favourite verses on 'Doris' and one of my favourite verses this year in general on 'Hive'. He also appears in 'Burgundy' and 'Centurion', delivering a decent verse before a unsuspected beat change, leading to my personal favourite verse by Earl on the album. Mr. Sweatshirt has a few production credits on this LP, mostly in collaboration with an impressive number of other producers, including The Neptunes, RZA, Tyler the Creator, Samiyam and BadBadNotGood. While I did thoroughly enjoy this album, there were a couple things I felt were unneeded, badly or not utilized enough and just not up to par with the rest of the album. The track 'Guild' featuring Mac Miller feels like a filler track. Both rappers voices are pitch shifted down and the beat feels lazy and slow. Both rappers verses are sub-par compared to both of their normal output. It feels like a track that was chopped and screwed badly. I don't know, maybe I have to be in a different mind state to enjoy it. The track 'Molasses' features The RZA...and he doesn't have a verse on the song. He found on the hook which I found sort of weak. This is an example of not taking advantage of opportunity to enhance a song. Songs like 'Sunday', 'Uncle Al', 'Whoa' and '523' were decent but didn't stand out as much to me.

    Overall, this album was very enjoyable despite a couple slight hiccups in between. It's a case of the pros outweighing the cons. Earl has proved to me that he is a serious artist capable of crafting songs that are deep, meaningful and that can create a mood effectively. His young age and immaturity doesn't show nearly as much as it did on previous projects. I believe this is one of many solid albums we will see from Earl Sweatshirt in the future.    … Expand
  24. Vampire25
    Mar 5, 2014
    7
    Earl's the best MC in the Odd Future collective, and though this album isn't perfect, it shows more creativity and flair than Earl's mixtape "Earl". His flow is great, and his minimal, psychedelic production surely compliments the personality on this record. The only major problem with this record is that some tracks teeter on being too drawn out, or just plain tedious.

    All In All, not    Earl's the best MC in the Odd Future collective, and though this album isn't perfect, it shows more creativity and flair than Earl's mixtape "Earl". His flow is great, and his minimal, psychedelic production surely compliments the personality on this record. The only major problem with this record is that some tracks teeter on being too drawn out, or just plain tedious.

    All In All, not every track is good, but the opening and middle of this album show great promise for Earl Sweatshirt.    … Expand
  25. Sci-Fi-Dude1456
    Nov 6, 2013
    10
    Despite not being as energetic and edgy, this album is a must listen for 2013. From start to finish, it was a great listen. The production, this time around, is much more professional and less "raw", and Earl's lyrical ability is great as always. Overall, this is one of the best debut albums I've heard from a rapper.

    Best tracks: Sunday, Hoarse, Hives, Knight, and Centurion

    Worst Tracks: Pre
  26. CaKeS
    Jul 25, 2014
    9
    Doris is a sad, slow, depressing album with top-notch lyricism and incredible promise for the young rapper's future. The production, while not coinciding with most mainstream rapper's styles, is not-in any respect-poor. In fact, the simplistic and abnormal construction of each beat fits Earl's style perfectly. Filled with drug use and rape, while sneak-peeking at undertones of depressionDoris is a sad, slow, depressing album with top-notch lyricism and incredible promise for the young rapper's future. The production, while not coinciding with most mainstream rapper's styles, is not-in any respect-poor. In fact, the simplistic and abnormal construction of each beat fits Earl's style perfectly. Filled with drug use and rape, while sneak-peeking at undertones of depression and a rough past, Earl throws together one of my all-time favorite hip-hop albums. Almost never slipping up, Earl is on-point in every song and carries-and develops-his own incredibly unique style while telling stories of his life with trickles of the best flow hip-hop has seen. Earl catches criticism only by those with closed minds, and those that enjoy the heavily-produced but lyrically-lacking mainstream songs that are oh-so-popular nowadays. Doris is the exact breath of fresh air I needed to keep faith in the hip-hop industry. While most rappers have sold out by now, Earl puts heart into his work and you can feel the skill and professionalism radiating off of his use of words. Earl, like his father, is a poet, and can twist any string of words into a mind-boggling bar with incredible use of literary technique, such as complex rhyme schemes and assonance. If you enjoy lyricism and actual quality to rap songs, and yearn for the days where stories were told instead of the same couple words being repeated over and over, then do yourself a favor and pick up Doris now.… Expand
  27. SolidMantis
    Nov 6, 2013
    10
    One of the best albums I've heard this year. The opening track is ok, but every other song is amazing. The beats, the lyrics... everything is perfect. 10/10 for me.
  28. blogfirstlast
    Aug 27, 2013
    7
    This album is dark and tortured. It's like Goblin without the bull****. That being said there is a couple problems. The way to make a dark album if you're not looking to be as loud as Death Grips, is to be monotone with the flow and calm with the beats. This works with tracks on this such as Sunday and Centurion, but fails to impress with songs like Pre and can even be boring at times likeThis album is dark and tortured. It's like Goblin without the bull****. That being said there is a couple problems. The way to make a dark album if you're not looking to be as loud as Death Grips, is to be monotone with the flow and calm with the beats. This works with tracks on this such as Sunday and Centurion, but fails to impress with songs like Pre and can even be boring at times like on the track Guild. And I don't feel scared or any bit awake at the end of this. I just feel kind of bored. There is no denying Earl has a lot of talent with production and lyricism, and I like enough catchy hits on this album to say I enjoyed it thoroughly. I just don't think it lived up to its hype… Expand
  29. Sir_Fuente
    Oct 7, 2013
    9
    Lean and precise lines, layered with intricate rhymes that are more reminiscent of MF Doom at his fiercest. Production is highest quality, best of the year, at least, next to Yeezus, maybe. His storytelling writes volumes, and in sometimes, very few words. This debut will be a classic, not because of the legend that came before, but because it delivered quality when no one else would.
  30. Andremax
    Aug 5, 2019
    8
    Overall, Doris has more goals than mistakes. Although some beats doesn't works so well as others, sometimes far for anothers, Sweatshirt's rhymes and guest partners are strong in a constant way
  31. glasses1
    Nov 1, 2013
    8
    This is one of the most raw rap releases in the past couple of years, with it's unusual flow and different type of structure within his songs. He's one of the most talented people who are in Odd Future, along with Frank Ocean and Tyler, the Creator. Standout songs include: Molasses and Chum. Very entertaining album from a 19 year old.
  32. foucauldian
    Aug 22, 2014
    10
    One of the greatest albums of recent history when taken as a whole. 'Burgundy', 'Sunday', and 'Hoarse' are absolutely tremendous feats. The good outweighs the fault to such an extent that it can be given no score lower than perfection.
  33. Shady313
    Apr 11, 2015
    9
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  34. SimsTheAlien
    Oct 6, 2016
    9
    Doris includes raw, simple beats with vocals from Vince Staples, Casey Veggies, Frank Ocean, RZA, Domo Genesis, Mac Miller, SK La' Flare, and Tyler The Creator. Most of the album has depressing tones, well-thought out lyrics with hint of drums, guitar, and piano loops. The best tracks that I recommend if you are new to the Odd Future band wagon or horror core music, Chum, 20 Wave Caps,Doris includes raw, simple beats with vocals from Vince Staples, Casey Veggies, Frank Ocean, RZA, Domo Genesis, Mac Miller, SK La' Flare, and Tyler The Creator. Most of the album has depressing tones, well-thought out lyrics with hint of drums, guitar, and piano loops. The best tracks that I recommend if you are new to the Odd Future band wagon or horror core music, Chum, 20 Wave Caps, Hive, Sunday, Burgundy, Woah, and Sasquatch.
    Doris is possibly his best album, considering on how good his vocals and lyrics are, It's pretty good. The album is his return back to his music career after his mom sent him to a boarding school in Samoa.    … Expand
  35. thehypebeast97
    Jan 27, 2017
    9
    This is a great debut album, I really enjoyed it. Lyricism on point, features didn't disappoint and the production was amazing overall, the only track from this album I didn't quite feel was "Hoarse".
  36. All_ButTrU4
    Nov 24, 2021
    7
    When listening to Doris, you're going to want to have lyrics nearby or else you're going to miss well over half of what's being said. It makes for an album that's hard to listen to without putting in some effort, but the results speak for themselves as Doris proves to be both a rewarding and engrossing listen, even if there are still a few kinks to be worked out.
  37. ddidid
    Oct 4, 2019
    8
    This album was ahead of it's time lmao. It has been about 6 years and will be even more in the deep future. I want to say the fact that this was a good restart to his discography, he puts very much time in making one album( about 3 years or whatever) and it is worth the wait. This is an 8, not a 9 or lower than a 6.5 or even 7 because angry and depressive lyrics of Earl dominate this. TheThis album was ahead of it's time lmao. It has been about 6 years and will be even more in the deep future. I want to say the fact that this was a good restart to his discography, he puts very much time in making one album( about 3 years or whatever) and it is worth the wait. This is an 8, not a 9 or lower than a 6.5 or even 7 because angry and depressive lyrics of Earl dominate this. The beats are almost phantomic or scary, like Centurion's and shows the abilities of Thebe.… Expand
  38. Hendo250
    Apr 6, 2021
    7
    this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7 this album is a 7
  39. keezus
    Oct 26, 2021
    9
    If an album could have a cold or fever, this would be the album. It is so grimy and sad yet captivating and is so enjoyable to listen to.
  40. JamesJennings
    May 2, 2022
    4
    Snooze-worthy production, Monotone delivery. Just a generally boring project. I was waiting for the album to be over the entire time. The reason I have given this album a 4 is because it contributes to my enjoyment of both Earl's and Tyler's later projects just to see how much they have both grown as a rapper and a producer respectively. A stepping stone to be sure, in a similar vein to Goblin.
  41. SourRamen
    May 22, 2023
    9
    Doris includes the best Earl Sweatshirt song of all time; CHUM. Its simple storytelling, lyricism and features makes the album amazing. I would recommend the tracks CHUM and HIVE.

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#74 Best Album of 2013
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#30 Most Discussed Album of 2013
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Metascore
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Universal acclaim - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. RapReviews.com
    Nov 26, 2013
    70
    Doris may not get the party started, but it's still an inspiring album.
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  2. Mojo
    Oct 11, 2013
    80
    There are perhaps too many guests, but this unassuming talisman clearly prefers sharing his space. [Nov 2013, p.84]
  3. Uncut
    Oct 10, 2013
    80
    A joy to listen to. [Nov 2013, p.69]
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